1970 OLDSMOBILE 442 CONVERTIBLE

SOLD

We seldom get 442’s, let alone convertibles, and now we are lucky enough to have another one. Oldsmobile 442’s are another true muscle car and convertibles are one of very low production, with only 2,993 Oldsmobile 442 convertibles made for the 1970 model year. That’s not many lucky people to have the chance of ownership at any given time, how many can be left? 1970 continued as a separate Oldsmobile 442 series rather than a trim package to the Cutlass models of 1967 and previous years. Power came from the 10.25 to 1 compression 455 cubic inch big block V8 with 4 barrel carburetor originally rated at 365 horsepower and this example is very rare as it is coupled to the optional M21, 4-speed gearbox. At time of introduction in 1964, and as an answer to Pontiacs GTO, the 442 name meant 4-speed, 4 barrel and dual exhaust. The example we have here is superb example. The paint, interior and chrome are all at quality level. The underside is in excellent condition and it drives particularly well. It has the Rally wheels with period style Goodyear custom wide tread Polyglas G70-14 tyres and an original AM radio in the dash. We have the original build sheet with it as well showing how the car was supplied new. Finished in Bright Silver with Black interior and a Black power convertible top.